Religious Studies Degree

The religious studies program at Judson College prepares students for careers in variety of careers, such as law, medicine, government, and business. The program focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Program courses include: phenomenology, sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion, mythology, scriptural and textual studies, religious history and politics, and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior. Get more details below including other Alabama colleges that offer religious studies degrees.

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Judson College

Also known as Calhoun Community College

6250 U S Highway 31 N, Tanner, AL

Judson College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Marion, AL, which is a predominantly rural area. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. The school's smaller size in terms of enrollment, approximately 320 students, allows students to have a more hands on education due to class size and easier access to faculty.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Visual And Performing Arts
• English Language And Literature
• Education
• Security And Protective Services

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to this school are within the range of 19 to 25 for the ACT exam, or 1260 to 1610 for the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of about 74 percent of which only 38 percent chose to attend.

Tuition is approximately $16,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing is available for students, which costs around $5,300 each year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.judson.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.6% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).